Job Application for Loadbank Technician at Hawthorne Machinery Co.

We Build Better Communities

Be Part of the Hawthorne Difference!

Hawthorne Cat is a family-owned company that has led its markets for over 60 years in the sale, rental, and servicing of construction machinery and power generation equipment for industries on which our communities depend like agriculture, construction, marine, and government.

Every member of our team plays a significant role in our success. Hawthorne Cat hires individuals who share our vision of Building Better Communities with our Customers and our values of Passion, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence (PRIDE).

If you are looking to build your future with an established, thriving company with countless opportunities for growth and advancement, you’ve come to the right place! At Hawthorne Cat, we’re always looking for exceptionally skilled, hardworking individuals interested in contributing to our success and the success of the communities that we serve.

Our people are our most valuable asset. That’s why at Hawthorne Cat we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

POSITION SUMMARY:

With minimal supervision, will perform duties as assigned by management in the repair, maintenance and/or rebuilding of electrical equipment in the service shop or field, in a safe, efficient and capable manner in the least amount of labor hours possible, and without re-work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Makes warranty recommendations and prepares reports when performing warranty service jobs.
Performs A.C. and D.C. electrical repairs.
Attends training classes as directed and obtains passing grades in all.
Recommends actions to correct failures or problem.
Take customer troubleshooting calls & update Rental/Sales Reps.
Adheres strictly to all Company's safety, housekeeping, credit and other rules, policies and procedures.
Maintains a favorable business relationship with customers, suppliers and personnel from other HPS departments.
Diagnoses system and component failures.
Upholds all safety & housekeeping standards
Handles Equipment Condition Reporting.
Demonstrates proficiency in reading technical data and schematic drawings.
Performs new and used equipment start-up for delivery to end-user.
Conducts customer training in proper use of electrical equipment.
Performs installation surveys and defines corrective actions needed to assure proper systems functions.
Performs resistive / reactive load testing of generators.
Works with other Departments on Loadbank needs
Any other function your manager deems necessary

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Must have a valid California Class C driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must fully understand and implement all OE arc flash standards and the correct use of all related PPE.
Must be open to enroll in training to become a state certified electrical worker.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Walking and moving about on foot often through uneven terrain.

Hands/arms operating equipment, hand and power tools.

Lifting: Up to 50 lbs. daily, frequent exertion. Raises or lowers miscellaneous equipment parts and tools.

Handling: Works with hands.

Reaching: Extends hands and arms in any direction.

Standing: Remains in standing position if required for certain repair or maintenance work.

Climbing: In and out of equipment.

Vision: Reads work tickets, parts and service books and may operate heavy equipment.

Talking: Communicates via telecommunications, in writing, and in person.

Sitting: Sits in equipment and in vehicles.

Stooping: Bends body downward and forward by bending at knees or waist.

Hearing: Hears well enough to discern mechanical problems for safety in and around shop and work sites and to receive communication via telecommunications and in person.

Laying: Lies in prone position under equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL:

Noise: Works in conditions with constant or intermittent noise.
Temperatures/Weather: Works outside and in shop with variations of temperature and weather.
Exposure: Foul odors, fumes and harsh substances.

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

HERE’S WHAT WE OFFER…

Competitive Compensation
A great work environment and culture
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Training
Medical, Dental and Vision plans
Medical Video Appointments available
Health Savings Account available
Paid Time Off (PTO) Pay
401(k) Plan + Company Matching
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life & Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs
Legal Plan
Travel Assistance Plan
Wellness Programs
Referral Bonus Program
Longevity Bonus Program
Recognition Programs and much more
Hawthorne CAT discounts
Boot Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Company-Supplied Uniforms
Advanced Technical Training
Estimated Compensation $27.00 - $32.00 Per Hour

Interested in joining the Hawthorne team? Check out our current available positions at:

www.hawthornecat.com/careers

ACCOMMODATIONS: Reasonable accommodations for essential functions of the position will be considered.

Hawthorne Cat® is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/V/D

Hawthorne Cat® Participates in E-Verify.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at Hawthorne Machinery Co.? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

First Name

Last Name

Preferred First Name

Country

Phone

Resume/CV

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Cover Letter

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Current Address

Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S.?

Select...

How did you hear about us? If referred by a Hawthorne Employee, please provide the name of the Employee.

Do you now, or will you in the future, require immigration sponsorship for work authorization (e.g., H-1B)? (if hired, verification will be required consistent with federal law.)

Select...

Are you at least 18 years old?

Select...

Have you worked for this Company before?

Select...

Do you have any relatives employed by this organization?

Select...

Salary Expectations

Date Available to Start

If you provided a phone number, do you consent to receiving follow-up communication via text message (or SMS message) regarding your application status?

Select...

If yes, you can always opt-out by replying STOP.

List any work related certifications or licenses you currently possess.

Employment Record: Most Recent Employer Name

Employment Record: Most Recent Employer Address

Employment Record: Most Recent Employer Job Title and Description

Employment Record: Most Recent Employer Reason for Leaving

Employment Record: Most Recent Employer - May We Contact?

Select...

Employment Record: Previous Employer Name

Employment Record: Previous Employer Address

Employment Record: Previous Employer Job Title and Description

Employment Record: Previous Employer Reason for Leaving

Employment Record: Previous Employer Name

Employment Record: Previous Employer Address

Employment Record: Previous Employer Job Title and Description

Employment Record: Previous Employer Reason for Leaving

I have disclosed all information that is relevant and should be considered applicable to my candidacy for employment. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment, and must receive a negative result for illegal drug use before being permitted to commence work with the Company. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment medical examination after receiving a conditional offer of employment, and must meet the qualifications for the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, before being permitted to commence work with the Company. I understand, where permissible under applicable state and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment to investigate my criminal background and other matters related to my suitability for employment. INITIALS:

I hereby certify that the information given by me is true in all respects. I authorize the Company and its representatives to contact my prior employers and all others (with the exception of my current employer, only if I have marked "May we contact your present employer" on this applicable as "No") for the purpose of verification of the information I have supplied and release same from any liability resulting from the information released. I authorize, employers, schools and other persons named on this application to provide any information or transcripts requested. INITIALS:

I understand employment with Company is also contingent on my providing sufficient documentation necessary to establish my identity and eligibility to work in the United States. If employed, I understand that as a condition of employment that I may be required to agree to and sign a non-solicitation, non-disclosure, and/or other similar agreements. I also agree to notify the organization during the pre-employment process of any non-solicitation, non-disclosure, and/or other similar agreements that I may have already signed with current and former employers. I expressly understand and agree that, if employed, my employment, having no specified term, is based upon mutual consent and may be terminated at will, with or without cause, by either party (Company or me) without prior notice to the other, unless otherwise prohibited by law. I understand that no representation, whether oral or written, by any representative or agent of Company, at any time, can constitute an implied or express contract of employment. I further understand no representative or agent of Company has the authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make any change in any policy, procedure, benefit or other terms or condition of employment other than in a document signed by an authorized representative. I understand that the technical processing and transmission of the application, including my personal information, may involve (a) transmissions over various networks, including the transfer of this information to the United States and/or other countries for storage, processing and use by Company, its affiliates, and their agents; and (b) changes to conform and adapt to technical requirements of connecting networks and devices. Accordingly, I agree to permit such parties to make such transmissions and changes, and hereby provide the necessary consent for the same. INITIALS:

State Specific Notices Massachusetts Applicants: IT IS UNLAWFUL IN MASSACHUSETTS TO REQUIRE OR ADMINISTER A LIE DETECTOR TEST AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW SHALL BE SUBJECT TO CRIMINAL PENALTIES AND CIVIL LIABILITIES. Maryland Applicants: UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT, OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT AN INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100. I certify that all of the above information is true and complete, and I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination regardless of the time elapsed before discovery. Note: An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with Company's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a consent to conduct a background investigation. I AGREE, AND IT IS MY INTENT, TO SIGN THIS EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY CHECKING THE "I ACCEPT" BOX BELOW AND BY ELECTRONICALLY SUBMITTING THIS DOCUMENT TO COMPANY, I UNDERSTAND THAT MY SIGNING AND SUBMITTING THIS DOCUMENT IN THIS FASHION IS THE LEGAL EQUIVALENT OF HAVING PLACED MY HANDWRITTEN SIGNATURE ON THE SUBMITTED DOCUMENT. INITIALS:

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

As set forth in Hawthorne Machinery Co.’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

Gender

Select...

Are you Hispanic/Latino?

Select...

Race & Ethnicity Definitions

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

Veteran Status

Select...

Loadbank Technician

Apply for this job

Voluntary Self-Identification